When Kyle's psychiatrist prescribes him a drug for his severe stage fright,he tells Kyle,"This drug is used primarily for heart and circulatory irregularities,and is not technically approved for treating anxiety,but I think it will help you." The drug prescribed for Kyle is likely a

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Beta blockers are commonly used to treat heart and circulatory irregularities. However, they are also used off-label for the treatment of anxiety and stage fright, as they block the effects of adrenaline and can help reduce physical symptoms such as rapid heartbeat and sweating. Therefore, the drug prescribed for Kyle is most likely a beta blocker. MAOIs and neuroleptics are not commonly used for the treatment of anxiety or stage fright, and SSRIs are typically used as a first-line treatment for anxiety disorders rather than stage fright specifically.

When Kyle's Psychiatrist Prescribes Him a Drug for His Severe